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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc.
For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating
in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference
from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause
momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help
avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
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Always operate your model in an open area away from cars,
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traffic or people.
Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas
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for any reason.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any
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optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) you use.
Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out
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of the reach of children.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure
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to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for
this purpose.
Never lick or place any portion of your model in
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your mouth as it could cause serious injury.
First-time builders should seek advice from people with
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building experience to operate the model correctly and
meet its performance potential.
Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
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Take care when building, as some parts may have sharp edges.
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Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment
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on the model such as the motor, electronic speed control and
battery, because they generate high temperatures. You may
burn yourself seriously touching them.
Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving
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parts, as this may cause damage or serious injury.
Be sure that your operating frequency is clear before turning
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on or running your model, and never share the same frequency
with somebody else at the same time.
Ensure that others are aware of the operating frequency
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you are using and when you are using it.
Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the
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receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before
turning your transmitter off.
Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when
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checking the operation of the radio equipment.
WarnIng:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic me-
chanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other
property. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon
Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions
and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of
serious injury.
WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury
OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
Safety Precautions and Warnings ................................................2
Specifications ................................................................................3
Components ..................................................................................3
Vehicle Preparations
Installing Antenna Tube and Body ................................................3
Installing Transmitter Battery ......................................................4
Installing Transmitter Antenna .....................................................4
Charging the Batteries ..................................................................4
Installing Vehicle Battery ..............................................................5
Operation
Transmitter controls ......................................................................6
Getting Started..............................................................................7
When you are Finished .................................................................7
Setting the Gear Mesh..................................................................8
Electronic Speed Control (ESC) .....................................................8
Electrical Layout ............................................................................8
Maintenance .................................................................................9
Shock Cleaning..............................................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................9
Warranty and Repair Policy .........................................................10
Contact Information .....................................................................11
FCC and Compliance Information for the European Union ..........11
Fasteners ......................................................................................42
Parts Diagram...............................................................................43
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